April's NACE meeting covered the topic of "Marketing to Today's Bride". The esteemed panel of experts revealed some very interesting statistics about today's bride and how she has evolved; How to create marketing pieces that capture her ever changing needs. What to do and what NOT to do in advertising. They also discussed an effective "elevator" speech and the importance of a clear, concise and to-the-point message to reach the targeted audience.
I am very lucky to be a member of NACE. The education I get from each and every monthly meeting is refreshing and it rejuvenates me to take on my career each day! It is important to surround yourself with passionate, professional experts like ALL of the members. I encourage you to use NACE to its full potential. I feel NACE is the best organization to belong to because of the Networking, Mentorship, Lead Sharing, Education, National and Local Leadership, not to mention it is FUN! This list could go on and on!
If you are not a member of NACE, I highly encourage you to join. I can guarantee that it will help you grow your business. Like everything you do in life, you get out of it what you put in to it. (By the way - May 21st, next Friday!! Is the last day of the New Member Spring membership campaign!)
If you are a member, get involved! Get involved by joining a committee. There are many committee positions and we would love to have you involved. Please do not hesitate to approach a Board Member or me if you have any questions or if you have a particular talent to share. We are always looking to execute creative, quality monthly meetings that include sought after education, trends and locations!
See you at the NACE EXPERIENCE! 2010 Conference, July 25 - 28, AUSTIN, TX!!
Phoenix NACE is currently seeking raffle donations for our largest fundraiser of the year: July's Event Elements Competition& Fundraiser! (7/15/2010) The evening will showcase the best in confectionary creations and tabletop décor, while raising funds for our 2009-10 charity Crews'n Healthmobile. And we need your help to make the event, the best in NACE history!
How can you help?
Donate to our silent auction! Proceeds from the auction will go to Crews'n Healthmobile. We are looking for everything from weekend stays at valley resorts, restaurant gift cards, plane tickets, sport & concert tickets, golf foursomes, movie passes, and anything else you can think of (or would want to win)!
Your generous donation will be publicly acknowledged at our event through promotional announcements, fliers, and prominent note in our program and newsletter.
Please send all donations to the address below or call me at (480) 481-8147 for more information.
Imagine driving up a circular drive with a beautiful bronze sculpture of horses running through a fountain. The mist from the fountain cools the curtained breezeway. The valet greets you and sends you into the uniquely designed Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort. You are ushered onto the patio for champagne and the sweet sounds of Lisa Pressman with the Lisa Pressman Ensemble. The butler passed Hors d'Oeuvres of Smoked Duck on Coconut Cornbread, Antipasto stack on French Baguette, Southwest Beef with Chipotle Aioli, & Spicy Shrimp with candied Pineapple and a stationed Cheese & Cracker Display with Dried Fruit and Grapes. Also at the cocktail reception were Jill and Chris Smith of A2Z Photobooths. They had us all cracking up at our silly photobooth pictures. (He posted on the Phoenix NACE Facebook site.) They were even funnier the next day!
The Ballroom was lovely with décor arranged for by the Resort. Dinner was delicious, both to look at and to consume.
Menu:
Salad ~ Frisee, Watercress & Endive Salad with Avocado, Fresh Mango & Toasted Almonds with Honey Lime Vinaigrette. Chef 's Duo Entree ~ Pork Medallion with Apricot Gastrique, Seared Diver Scallop on Parsnip Puree with Oven Dried Tomato & Asparagus. Dessert ~ Chef's Trio Dessert - Mini Fruit Tart, Chocolate Cheesecake & Raspberry Butter Cream.
This month's Spirit of NACE Award was presented to Dawn Peterson of the Hotel Valley Ho for her willingness to step up and take over as Programs Chair.
You mean you're not a NACE member? Well! don’t forget now is the time to join and save big!!!! The spring Phoenix NACE membership campaign is one like you’ve never seen before. Not only will new members or members who have lapsed for a year or more receive membership at the special rate of $295 (a $100 savings), they also receive a $25 gift certificate to the NACE Store!
2010 Spring Membership Campaign Details: Dates: March 22-May 21, 2010 Discount: $100 off membership and $25 gift certificate to the NACE Store Restrictions: Valid for new members only (or members who have been lapsed for a year or more). A renewal campaign will not be in effect for this campaign special. Online Discount Code: SPR10 (Code is REQUIRED to receive discount online)
So What Are You Waiting For? Visit https://members.nace.net/apply or apply online or simply complete the membership application attached and mail to NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CATERING EXECUTIVES 9891 Broken Land Parkway, Ste. 301, Columbia, MD 21046
PLUS don’t forget about these additional ways to SAVE:
Student Member Annual Dues: $50
(must be full-time student, junior or senior level, in a hospitality program)
Young Professional Member Annual Due $195
(Professionals 25 years of age and under are eligible to receive this rate with proof of age. This rate is effective beginning 1/1/2010 and is NOT retroactive. Memberships purchased prior to this date are non-refundable. The appropriate application must be used to receive this rate.)
COMPANY & POSITION: Owner / Executive Chef Creations in Cuisine Catering
ONE THING YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT ME: Avid Harley Rider and new father to Lillianna Marie (2-14-10) and father to two boys Nicolas age 20 months and Anthony age 22 years.
WHY DID I JOIN NACE? To continue my culinary, catering / event planning education, to network with allied venders and friendly competitors to find ways to increase our sales by staying updated on industry trends, be available to assist others with industry challenges and to help CICC find opportunities to participate in community and charitable events.
Our biggest fundraiser of the year is coming soon - have YOU signed up yet???
Read more about the 4th Annual Event Elements - Table Top Décor & Confectionary Creations Competition and Annual Fundraiseron the home page and later in this newsletter.
Your efforts to help NACE support the homeless youth of our fair city are most appreciated! The NACE members, the folks from Crews'n'Healthmobile and the homeless youth are so thankful!!!
Linens, Catering and Rental Equipment, Centerpieces, Bridal Accessories and More!
Items range from Overstock, slightly damaged and 'Oh My Gosh! We have that?
2 days only!
May 15, 16 2010
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
1115 W. Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201
(SE Corner of Main and Alma School - Building East of Y-Knot Party)
That’s right! We have come out of the kitchens and ballrooms and are now on Facebook. Come be our fan, “socialize” with the other members of NACE. You can even get information about upcoming meetings, view photos - and tag friends - from past meetings.
ARAMARK at ASU Tempe Campus (www.aramark.com) is looking for a Catering Sales Coordinator. The position is Full-time, Monday through Friday. Benefits are provided. Please contact Jim Emmons at emmons-jim@aramark.com if you are interested in learning more about the position.
Creations in Cuisine Catering (www.creationsincuisine.com) is seeking experienced Banquet Captains, Executive Sous Chef, Garde Manager Chef, Wait Staff, Bartenders, Cooks & Warehouse Assistants/Drivers. Please submit resume and experience to: accounting@creationsincuisine.com.
2010-08-30:
Y-Knot Party & Rentals is taking applications for this position through 9/15/10 in person only. They are currently searching for a Sales/Setup person. Preferred skills include basic computer skills, phone etiquette, banquet setup, and some design skills. 1127 W. Main ST, Mesa, AZ 85201 480-967-4495 talk to Ginia Lucas.
Skyline image licensed from Adam Nollmeyer Phoenix Photographer
President's Report
